How Joel Embiid Can Become the Face of the NBA

Born Joel-Hans Embiid in Cameroon in 1994, Embiid has come a long way from being another tall kid. He turned into a 5-star recruit, who turned into a college star, who turned into the 3rd overall pick in the 2014 NBA Draft. Embiid is known mostly for his defense, but he has shown offensive flashed of potential as well. Here is a step-by-step guide to Embiid on how he can become one of the better players in the NBA

STEP 1: Continue with Twitter

With most athletes, advice is to stay off of Twitter. This is not the case for Joel. Embiid has possibly the funniest, and overall best Twitter of all athletes. His notable moments include the above, when he tried to court the already married Kim Kardashian. You can imagine Kanye wasn't pleased about that. He also tried to recruit LeBron James to Philly (which wouldn't be a bad idea), but it was to no avail. His failed attempts to quit Twitter are also hilarious too. If he wants to be adored, Twitter is a path to follow. 

STEP 2: Stay Healthy 

Injuries have given Embiid problems and derailed his career to this point. He is still in great shape, but he is struggling to stay healthy. Derrick Rose is a great example of what injuries can do to a superstar, and Embiid can't afford for that to happen to him.

STEP 3: Succeed Alongside Noel

Nerlens Noel, the Sixers top pick in the 2013 NBA Draft, is also a big man like Embiid. Due to injuries, Noel will debut this year, while Embiid's debut date is up in the air. For Embiid to be a star, he will need Noel to thrive with him as well, making them a Twin Towers combination. These two could turn the 76ers into a championship contender, making Embiid more popular and recognizable.